Assistant Financial Controller at Ultraviolet Microfinance Bank Limited

At Ultraviolet Microfinance Bank, we offer a comprehensive suite of tools and features that cater to every aspect of your lending business, from origination to repayment. Small businesses, cooperative societies and leading players in the financial services have trusted our digital products to help configure customizable loan products and term, manage risk and compliance with ease, provide a seamless borrower experience and scale lending operations efficiently. We have fused all these capabilities together to be a brand that helps you streamline your lending process, reduce complexity, and increase productivity. Our goal is to empower you to focus on what matters most - growing your business and serving your customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Financial Controller

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure accurate bookkeeping in line with IFRS and CBN guidelines
• Monitor general ledger entries and account reconciliations
• Assist in preparing management reports for decision-making
• Support the development of annual budgets and forecasts
• Track actual performance vs. budget and analyze variances
• Provide insights on cost control and revenue optimization
• Ensure compliance with policies set by the Central Bank of Nigeria
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (e.g., prudential reports)
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
• Assist in designing and enforcing internal control systems
• Monitor financial risks, fraud prevention, and compliance breaches
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures
• Monitor liquidity positions and daily cash flow
• Oversee bank reconciliations and fund transfers
• Ensure optimal utilization of financial resources
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Respond to audit queries and implement recommendations
• Ensure audit readiness at all times
• Assist the Financial Controller in departmental leadership

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification (e.g., Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is highly preferred
• 4–7 years of experience in finance/accounting
• Prior experience in a microfinance bank or financial institution is a strong advantage
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and regulatory standards
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high level of integrity

Application Closing Date
24th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@ultravioletmfb.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.